Dr. Ben Thompson, Au.D.

Xanax And Tinnitus: A Risky Mix?

Dealing with bothersome tinnitus can be very stressful. When left unmanaged, persistent tinnitus can spark anxiety, depression, insomnia, or even panic attacks. Many people who experience these distressing mental health…

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Can Tinnitus Cause Memory Loss?

Many patients with tinnitus are unfamiliar with the potential risks and conditions frequently associated with hearing loss. As many as 90% of individuals with tinnitus also have some degree of…

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Phantom Sounds: How to Manage the Sensation of Tinnitus

Similar to phantom limb pain, tinnitus is only perceived by the individual and cannot be heard by others. While most people with tinnitus do not find it bothersome, for some,…

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Tinnitus Retraining Therapy With A Doctor Of Audiology

Tinnitus affects almost all of us at some point in our lives, but for as many as 20% of people, it becomes a bothersome and persistent problem. There are many…

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The Link Between NSAIDs, Tinnitus, and Ear Health

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are a medication class known for their ability to alleviate pain, reduce fever, and quell inflammation. They function by blocking the production of certain chemicals in…

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Ringing Ears And Sleepless Nights: The Tinnitus And Sleep Apnea Connection

The relationship between tinnitus and sleep disturbances, especially sleep apnea, is an area of increasing focus in medical research. Tinnitus, characterized by a persistent ringing, buzzing, or hissing sound in…

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Hormones and Tinnitus: Can Menopause Lead To Ringing Ears?

Menopause may be known for sparking hot flashes, mood swings, and metabolism changes as a woman’s reproductive years come to a close – but did you know it may also…

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Up In Smoke: How Smoking Can Leave You With Ringing Ears

Tinnitus is a hearing health condition that causes the sensation of ringing, rushing, or pulsing within the ear. Tinnitus is often accompanied by hearing loss, but hearing loss is not…

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Tinnitus and Visual Snow Syndrome

Visual snow and tinnitus are not commonly linked to one another; tinnitus is a condition affecting the ears, while visual snow is a condition affecting the eyes. Nevertheless, visual snow…

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What Is Tinnitus?

Tinnitus is a medical issue that causes people to hear sounds in their heads or ears which do not originate from an external source. It’s commonly known as “ringing in…

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